Stephanie Pearl-McPhee,best-selling author of At Knits End and celebrated blogger and humorist of the knitting world, is back! Funnier than ever, Pearl-McPhee continues her running dialogue with her knitting compatriots cheering them on to ever-greater heights in the climb to make knitting universally recognized as THE peak life experience.Both a celebration of knitting and a sourcebook for practical information, this book is a collection of useful advice and emotional support for the knitter. Pearl-McPhee examines essential truisms of knitting, side by side with tongue in-cheek warnings, realities, and fantasies about the act of knitting and the people who do it.In chapters on everything from yarn needles, gauge, and knitting bag essentials to hats, socks, shawls, and sweaters, Pearl-McPhee unravels the mysteries of what it is that makes knitting click, from the inside out. She dares to question longstanding rules and uncover the true essence of what makes a hat a hat, a sock a sock, and so on. Insights into why certain techniques work encourage knitters to take control and knit in the way that works best for them. As she says, There are no knitting police.The result is an illuminating, liberating (and hilarious!) look at knitting that will comfort the experienced knitter, surprise the mainstream one, and entice the beginner.
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She has become something of an unwitting rock star in the world of knitting. (Interweave Knits )
[Stephanie Pearl-McPhee] has created another laugh-out-loud masterpiece . . . (Vogue Knitting )
[Stephanie Pearl-McPhee] has created another laugh-out-loud masterpiece . . . (Vogue Knitting )
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Stephanie Pearl-McPhee, a.k.a. the Yarn Harlot, entertains knitters with her unique humor via her popular blog (www.yarnharlot.com) and her best-selling books, Knitting Rules!, At Knit's End,and Stephanie Pearl-McPhee Casts Off.
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By wxwtch
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Eminently readable; humourous; well-planned, this book is for any level knitter, want-to-be knitter, or any person desiring to know why knitting is so much fun.
By purleygirl
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Item was exactly as described. Great price, perfect condition, super-fast shipping. I would definitely buy from this seller again. The book itself is classic Stephanie Pearl MacPhee - funny,charming, and full of useful tips -- kind of like the author herself.
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By Linda Bulger
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This book begs to be read out loud, and mine certainly was -- to anyone who would listen! If you think you might be a bit crazy about your knitting and your stash, welcome to Stephanie Pearl-McPhee's world. The text rollicks along and makes you realize that crazy's OK, in fact it's fine.
If you are a knitter used to following patterns, the sock and hat "recipes" will help you to listen when your knitting speaks to you. Entertaining but practical -- a must-have for anyone who loves books and knitting.
If you are a knitter used to following patterns, the sock and hat "recipes" will help you to listen when your knitting speaks to you. Entertaining but practical -- a must-have for anyone who loves books and knitting.
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relax, it's all good
Stephanie has this way of saying things that makes you laugh and relax. We don't have to knit, but we want to. Read more
Published 17 months ago by stephanie Perreault
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Just one more thing...
I would agree with all the reviews written before mine, but with one more thing to add: The punctuation in "Knitting Rules" is perfection. Read more
Published 19 months ago by India Tea
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My go-to knitting manual when travelling!
My "Knitting Rules" book was my constant companion at the beach, the pool and on the airplane this past March vacation. Read more
Published on April 13 2010 by Pam
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Knitting Rules! and so does this book!
I absolutely love this book! It is very funy and captivating throughout! A great reference book for beginner knitters or even experienced ones all around. Read more
Published on Feb 19 2010 by Tamara Stuart
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Top Rate Laughs for All Knitters
This book is entertaining, fun and encouraging as Stephanie reveals her knitting triumphs, mistakes and misadventures. Read more
Published on Mar 9 2009 by Barbara
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A Recipe of Laughs
The Yarn Harlot has a quirky and fun sense of humor. The book has "10 Reasons To/Not To" with all of her recipes. Read more
Published on Aug 6 2008 by Brandi
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The Goddess of Knitting Humour
Stephanie has written yet another book that is both entertaining and helpful. This LOL book is a must for anyone who loves knitting! Read more
Published on Mar 6 2008 by M. Clark
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My Favourite Yarn Harlot Book
While I quite enjoy reading Stephanie's essays what I really like about this book is all of her "recipes". I have referred to it many times for sizing and ideas. Read more
Published on Jan 24 2008 by A knitter
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knitting rules ... yep
knitting rules is pretty great - funny but also has "recipes" for hats, socks, sweaters [rather than detailed patterns which you really don't need for such simple essential knits]... Read more
Published on Feb 4 2007 by E. M. Bradshaw
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A good quick read you'll want to keep around
Stephanie Pearl-McPhee, the web's "Yarn Harlot", has written another amusing and helpful book for knitters. Read more
Published on Nov 13 2006 by Leslie Lewis
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